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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does she also love not having to do?

2. How old is Paris when this book is written?

3. What does the press assume about what she has done?

4. While growing up, Paris' home life was more _____________ than one would imagine.

5. How does Paris feel, for her age?

Short Essay Questions

1. On what is she planning on working?

2. What else does Paris include in this chapter?

3. How has Paris changed as she has grown older?

4. Who are Paris' music idols?

5. What type of men does Paris like to date?

6. What list has she compiled for all girls?

7. What did Paris think about "The Simple Life," initially?

8. Describe Paris' lineage.

9. What does Paris think about her family, now that she is 23?

10. What does Paris enjoy about "The Simple Life?"

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Paris is very image-oriented.

Part 1) Why is she so image-oriented? From where did she learn to be so conscious of herself?

Part 2) Is this a healthy way to live? Why or why not?

Part 3) How does Paris reflect much of American society? How is her personality significant when looking at American society and society's view of itself.

Essay Topic 2

Paris enjoys reading the classics and listening to classical music.

Part 1) When does she enjoy participating in these activities? What are your thoughts on her hobbies?

Part 2) How does this revelation alter her image? Does she want her image altered? If so, why? If not, why not?

Part 3) Is your opinion, or stereotype, of Paris altered by this new information? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

Paris starts off her book with a "how to" guide on being an heiress.

Part 1) What are several of the steps Paris mentions? Why would she include each of these steps?

Part 2) What is the purpose of Paris' book? What are readers supposed to get out of it?

Part 3) What does this guide reveal about Paris and other young inheritors of wealth?

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